Aircraft Supervisor - Mechanical

Serco; Retford; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Aircraft Supervisor – Mechanical (unlicensed) to lead engineering teams at RAF Syerston. This role involves supervising maintenance on Viking and other aircraft, ensuring operational excellence and continuous improvement. With a focus on leadership and technical expertise, the successful candidate will manage aircraft activities and optimize performance to meet business needs. The position offers a supportive environment with a commitment to employee development, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about aviation and engineering.

Benefits

Trade Allowance

Early Finish on Fridays

Free Car Parking

Competitive Salaries with Annual Reviews

Up to 6% Contributory Pension Scheme

25 Days' Annual Leave Plus Bank Holidays

Training and Development Opportunities

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts Across Retailers

Charity Volunteering Day

Qualifications

• Experienced in engineering with MOD Phase 2 training or equivalent.
• Proven supervisory experience and good fault diagnosis skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise engineering personnel for aircraft maintenance.
• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on aircraft.

Skills

Fault Diagnosis Skills

Communication Skills

Basic IT Skills

Education

MOD Phase 2 Technical Training

Suitable Civilian Training

Tools

Driving License

Job description

Location: Newark on Trent, NG23 5NN (bordering Lincolnshire)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent (39 hours per week)

Salary: £32,527 per annum on a successful completion of a 3 months’ probation period. (Additional allowance may be applied subject to role requirement)

Serco has an exciting role as an Aircraft Supervisor – Mechanical (unlicensed) at RAF Syerston, working under MAA Pt145/RA4801. We are looking for an individual who is able to lead and supervise engineering personnel, carrying out maintenance on Viking and other contract-related aircraft at RAF Syerston and other locations throughout the UK.

Responsibilities:

• Fulfill the responsibilities and duties of Support Staff with Supervisory Responsibilities in accordance with Serco GMS policies and military regulatory policies.
• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on Viking and other contract-related aircraft at RAF Syerston and 2 Flying Training School (FTS) locations/Volunteer Gliding Squadrons (VGSs)/detachments across the UK.
• Manage, supervise, and participate in aircraft activities, including ground movement and preparation for transportation.
• Lead, manage, supervise, and control assigned maintenance teams.
• Optimize output to meet business needs and demonstrate commitment to Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement.
• Perform additional roles as required, such as Deputy Aircraft Manager (Depth-level Maintenance), Deputy Team Leader (Mobile), Line Supervisor, Building Custodian, and Issue Centre Custodian.

What You Need to Do the Role:

• Experienced in a similar engineering background with a minimum of MOD Phase 2 technical training or suitable civilian training (civilian contractors only).
• Proven experience or potential to hold support staff with supervisory responsibilities.
• Possess good fault diagnosis skills, demonstrating a thorough understanding of aircraft systems.
• Hold a full driving license.
• Possess good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Have basic IT skills.

What We Offer:

• Trade Allowance: May be provided subject to role requirements and successful completion of training and authorisations granted.
• Early Finish: A 3pm finish on a Friday.
• Free Car Parking: Free car parking at Syerston.
• Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews.
• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• Holidays: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Training and Development: A wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres.
• Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment, and travel.
• ShareSave Scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period.
• Employee Networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network, and be part of a community.
• Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.

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At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. As a proud Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard, disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.